Cartier Santos Galbée
29mm Steel 18k Gold Gents Watch Quartz 1566 2026 Service
Basic Info
Listing code : QRM274
Brand : Cartier
Model : Santos Galbée
Reference number : 1566
Dealer product code : 257357131678
Movement : Quartz
Case material : Steel
Bracelet material : Leather
Year of production : 1990 (Approximation)
Condition : Used (Good)
Scope of delivery : Original box, no original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : United Kingdom, London
Price : 3,195
Availability : Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement : Quartz
Case
Case material : Steel
Case diameter : 29 mm
Dial : Champagne
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Leather
Bracelet color : Black
The condition is absolutely excellent, showing only very gentle signs of wear commensurate with use, as illustrated in the photographs. Having undergone a full Cartier service in February 2026, this timepiece has been returned to the manufacturer’s standards in terms of ergonomics, integrity, aesthetics and chronometry. It remains under Cartier warranty until 2028.
Cartier Santos Galbee 29mm Steel 18k Gold Gents Watch Quartz 1566 2026 Service
This watch has the following features:
- Original, Swiss made Cartier signed high precision quartz movement with date function
- Ivory dial with Roman Numeral hour markers, inner minute track, signed 'Cartier Swiss Made'
- Stainless Steel case (~29mm excluding crown) with solid 18ct yellow gold bezel with screw accents
- Screw down caseback displaying Cartier insignia, model & unique serial numbers
- Pull out crown encrusted with the trademark blue Cartier cabochon
- Factory Cartier black leather strap fitted with the original Cartier deployment clasp
- Blue steel hour, minute and second hands
- Scratch resistant sapphire crystal glass
- Date aperture at 6 O’Clock
- 30m water resistance
Presented here is the absolute classic, timeless Cartier Santos Galbee in Stainless Steel and 18ct Yellow Gold. Originally designed in 1904 by Louis Cartier for Brazilian aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos has gone on to become one of the most distinguished, recognisable and lauded designs across the entire horological landscape. The Galbée iteration refined the original aesthetic with gently curved case edges and a more fluid profile, enhancing comfort while preserving the unmistakable Santos identity. Originally designed to be worn on a strap, the Santos on a black leather represents the perfect iteration of Cartier’s timeless design. Just serviced in 2026, this is the perfect piece to join the Cartier Club.
On the wrist, this Santos Galbée Ref. 1566 is the epitome of understated refinement. The classic 29mm steel case, perfectly proportioned and framed by its solid 18ct yellow gold bezel with exposed screws, delivers the unmistakable Santos aesthetic in its most wearable form. The ivory dial features bold Roman numeral hour markers and Cartier’s hidden signature within the numerals - a subtle mark of authenticity appreciated by collectors. Elegant blued steel hands provide a striking contrast against the dial, while the cabochon-set crown, adorned with Cartier’s signature blue stone, adds a final touch of colour and distinction. The watch is paired with a supremely comfortable black leather strap, fitted with a deployment clasp for both security and ease of wear. At its heart lies a reliable Swiss-made Cartier quartz movement - a true “set and forget” calibre requiring no winding, offering effortless precision and everyday practicality without compromising on luxury.
The condition is absolutely excellent, showing only very gentle signs of wear commensurate with use, as illustrated in the photographs. Having undergone a full Cartier service in February 2026, this timepiece has been returned to the manufacturer’s standards in terms of ergonomics, integrity, aesthetics and chronometry. It remains under Cartier Certified Pre-Owned warranty until 2028, offering complete peace of mind to its next owner.
Discontinued references such as this have seen steadily increasing demand in recent years. With the modern Santos having undergone significant design changes, collectors continue to seek out the classic proportions and aesthetic of the Galbée.
Along with the watch itself comes a Cartier box set, the Cartier Certified Pre-Owned warranty card dated February 2026, and an invoice for your purchase.
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